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GM withdraws European aid requests

GM withdraws European aid requests

After receiving an aid request rejection from Germany, General Motors has decided to internally fund Opel's turnaround plan.

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Former Top Gear host tours Japan in a CR-Z

Former Top Gear host tours Japan in a CR-Z

In an effort to build some credibility for the Honda CR-Z sport hybrid, Honda of Europe hired Jason Barlow to take a trip across Japan and share his thoughts.

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Former Chrysler plant to be liquidated, not saved

Former Chrysler plant to be liquidated, not saved

Chrysler sold its stamping plant in Twinsburg to a firm that hoped to resell the plant, but the firm was unable to find a buyer, and is now forced to liquidate the plant.

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Saudi Arabia set to produce all-new SUV

Saudi Arabia set to produce all-new SUV

Saudi Arabia doesn't currently produce any vehicles, but that will soon change as King Abdullah has given the green light to produce a Mercedes-based SUV.

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Hyundai takes on Top Gear with The Stag [Video]

Hyundai takes on Top Gear with The Stag [Video]

Risking near blasphemy in the process, Hyundai has created a series of commercials directly mocking the car God show of Britain, known as Top Gear.

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Chinese open MG design studio in UK

Chinese open MG design studio in UK

Chinese-owned MG has opened a new design studio and development center in the United Kingdom.

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Nissan Leaf range less stable than expected?

Nissan Leaf range less stable than expected?

New reports suggest major fluctuations in the potential range for the upcoming Nissan Leaf electric car, some as short as 47 miles.

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Hyundai pulls World Cup ad after protests

Hyundai pulls World Cup ad after protests

In response to outrage from the Catholic community, Hyundai has stopped running a church-themed World Cup TV ad.

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Audi e-tron makes Le Mans debut

Audi e-tron makes Le Mans debut

Following auto show appearances in Frankfurt and Los Angeles, Audi has taken its e-tron concept to the track, running the R8-based EV at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

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Cadillac puts on the Ritz

Cadillac puts on the Ritz

Fight a less than sterling dealership perception, Cadillac is stepping up its luxury efforts with the help of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.

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Departing Gettelfinger urges UAW growth

Departing Gettelfinger urges UAW growth

Outgoing UAW president Ron Gettelfinger told union members that he wants to see membership ranks expand.

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Dodge's 'Freedom' ad aimed at World Cup match [Video]

Dodge's 'Freedom' ad aimed at World Cup match [Video]

In order to honor the U.S. versus England World Cup match, Dodge created a commercial of epic proportions featuring the Challenger muscle car.

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BMW announces U.S.-only M3 special edition, teases images

BMW announces U.S.-only M3 special edition, teases images

BMW released a series of teaser images of what they say will be a U.S.-market only special edition M3, with more details set for Thursday.

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Group aims to break 48 state drive record

Group aims to break 48 state drive record

A trio plans a fast-paced, record-breaking road trip to visit all 48 contiguous states in less than 96 hours.

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Ford of Europe sees May sales slip

Ford of Europe sees May sales slip

Thanks to end of most government scrappage programs, Ford of Europe has recorded its second straight month of sales declines.

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Fiesta vs. Lamborghini [Video]

Fiesta vs. Lamborghini [Video]

Ford pits its new Fiesta against the Lamborghini Gallardo. Seriously.

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Aston Martin to revamp entire lineup by 2016

Aston Martin to revamp entire lineup by 2016

Aston Martin may be a small company but the British automaker has big plans as it plans to overhaul its entire lineup by 2016.

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White House's auto recovery czar steps down

White House's auto recovery czar steps down

After working to facilitate the recovery of the auto industry on virtually all levels for 15 months, Ed Montgomery will now be leaving the position.

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Lincoln dealers fear for survival as Mercury dies

Lincoln dealers fear for survival as Mercury dies

While some Lincoln-Mercury dealers feel they can survive without Mercury, many are coming to the harsh reality that closure may be their only option.

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First Drive: 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class [Review]

First Drive: 2011 Mercedes-Benz R-Class [Review]

A favorite chauffeur-driven vehicle for upscale movers and shakers, the Mercedes-Benz R-Class has nonetheless hardly been a mainstream success. Does a 2011 refresh help?

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